Bonneville County, Idaho
Average Well Depth in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Wells within 5 miles of Idaho Falls were drilled to a median depth of 207 ft, and half were between 180 and 250 ft. After drilling, water typically stood about 132 ft below ground. The median well produced 26 gallons per minute. Based on 1,557 Idaho Department of Water Resources well records, updated October 2026.
Historical records within 5 miles of central Idaho Falls, not a guarantee for any property. Only drilling confirms depth, water quality and yield. Disclaimer
How deep is my well going to be?
Depth changes from one street to the next. Check the wells closest to your exact address.
Are wells near Idaho Falls getting deeper?
Depths near Idaho Falls have held fairly steady: wells drilled in the 1950s had a median of 192 ft, and those from the 9990s 184 ft.
| Decade drilled | Median depth | Wells |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 192 ft | 40 |
| 1960s | 165 ft | 82 |
| 1970s | 180 ft | 294 |
| 1980s | 194 ft | 180 |
| 1990s | 180 ft | 9 |
| 2000s | 223 ft | 633 |
| 2010s | 243 ft | 125 |
| 2020s | 243 ft | 129 |
| 9990s | 184 ft | 64 |
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Before you drill in Idaho Falls
- Permit: a licensed Idaho driller files the drilling permit (a start card for a single-family home) with the Idaho Department of Water Resources.
- Health district: Eastern Idaho Public Health sets septic and well setback rules for Bonneville County.
- City water: inside Idaho Falls city limits, check whether you're required to connect to city water before planning a well.
- Buying land? The Premium Property Well Report adds nearby water quality, groundwater restrictions and a cost estimate for one property.
Idaho Falls well questions
How deep are wells in Idaho Falls, Idaho?
Wells within 5 miles of Idaho Falls have a median depth of 207 feet, and half were drilled between 180 and 250 feet, based on 1,557 Idaho Department of Water Resources well records. Depth varies by location, so look up your exact address.
How much does it cost to drill a well in Idaho Falls?
For a typical 180–250 ft household well with a pump system, a rough planning range is $10,500 to $22,300, based on Idaho averages of $28–65 per foot to drill, about $8 per foot for PVC casing and about $4,000 for the pump system. Basalt, steel casing or a long trench to the house cost more. Get a written quote from a licensed driller for a real price.
How deep is a shallow well near Idaho Falls?
4% of recorded wells within 5 miles of Idaho Falls are less than 100 feet deep. Shallow wells cost less to drill but are more exposed to surface contamination and seasonal water-level drops.
Do I need a permit to drill a well in Idaho Falls?
Yes. A licensed Idaho driller files a drilling permit (a start card for a single-family household well) with IDWR before drilling. Ask Eastern Idaho Public Health about septic setbacks, and check whether Idaho Falls requires a city water hookup inside city limits.
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Source: Idaho Department of Water Resources well records within 5 miles of central Idaho Falls. Updated October 2026.